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The New England Carousel Museum 95 Riverside Avenue, Rt. 72, Bristol Age Group: 4 and Up Cost: Adults $5.00, Seniors $4.50, Children $2.50 (age 4-14), Children under 4 are free. Contact: 860 585-5411 http://www.thecarouselmuseum.org/ House one of the largest collections of antique carousel pieces in the country. The museum has horses, chariots, band organs and more! No actual carousel to ride though, check out Bushnell Park to take a ride.
Imagine Nation Children's Museum 1 Pleasant Street, Bristol Age Group: 2-10 Cost: Admission is $5.00 per person, under 1 free. Contact: (860) 314-1400 A hands-on, interactive children's museum. Lots of educational play opportunities. Water play room, Cyberplay and so much more! A must visit for kids 2-10. Open till 8pm the first Fri. of every month.
The Children's Museum 950 Trout Brook Drive, West Hartford Age Group: 2 and up Cost: $10.00-Adults and Kids (age 2+) Exhibits & One Show. $8.00-Adults and Kids (age 2+) Exhibits Only Contact: 860-231-2824 http://www.thechildrensmuseumct.org The museum is a hands on kids experience. Exhibits ignite curiosity through science and nature. Museum includes the Gengras Planetarium, live animals, and the only science-based preschool in Connecticut. 1st Sunday of every month- FREE admission!!
CT Trolley Museum 140 North Road, East Windsor Age Group: all ages Cost: Adult- $8.00, Senior Citizen (62 years +) $7.00, Youth (2 to 12 years) $5.00, Under 2- Free, Contact: 860.627.6540 Dedicated to the preservation of the trolley era. Take a 3 mile narrated trolley ride, then visit the complex for a little history of the trolley, and view the exhibits. Admission covers access to the Fire & Motor-Coach Museum, and unlimited trolley rides
The Connecticut Historical Society One Elizabeth Street, Hartford Age Group: Kids 2- 13 yrs Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Children 6 and under FREE. Contact: (860) 236-5621 Interactive exhibits geared to kids 2-13, try on period clothing, thread machine, or sew tobacco leaves and set them to dry, or build a brick wall. See website for info on changing exhibits and more!
CRRA Trash Museum 211 Murphy Road, Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: (860) 757-7765 http://www.crra.org/pages/edu_museums.htm REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE, RECOVER, RETHINK. Tour the 6,500 square feet of educational exhibits beginning at the Temple of Trash. The museum has a collection of Loan Kits, books, & videos on various aspects of waste management. Check out the website for info
Wadsworth Antheneum 600 Main Street, Hartford Age Group: 3 and up Cost: ADULTS; $10, SENIORS (age 62+) $8,STUDENTS (age 13+ with ID) $5, 12 & under FREE Contact: (860) 278-2670 http://www.wadsworthatheneum.org Go to the Wadsworth Antheneum for new, fun ways to experience art. They also offer community programs through out the year. Don't forget to stop by the museum cafe and gift shop.
The Lutz Children's Museum 247 South Main Street, Manchester Age Group: 1-11 years Cost: $5.00 - Adults and Children (Over One Year Old), Member FREE Contact: 860-643-0949 A small well designed museum with educational and fun, hands on exhibits for children. The changing exhibits include the transportation exhibit, farm animals exhibit, Live animals and much more! Offers almost daily classes, and community programs.
New Britain Youth Museum 30 High Street, New Britain Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: (860) 225-3020 http://www.newbritainyouthmuseum.org There are a lot of great activities at the Museum including a puppet theater, construction toys and games, and the Dinosaur Room. Saturdays a movie and a craft or art-related activity is available during the day. See website for more info.
New England Air Museum 36 Perimeter Rd, Windsor Locks Age Group: All ages Cost: Adults (12 & up) : $9.00, Children Ages 6 - 11: $5.00,Children 5 & under Free, Seniors (age 60+) $8 Contact: (860)-623-3305 This museum is a must for anybody who loves airplanes, and flight! Come see aircraft of all sorts, hands on exhibits, flight simulator and much more.
Roaring Brook Nature Center 70 Gracey Road, Canton Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults: $4.00, Children / Seniors: $3.00, Members: FREE Contact: 860-693-0263 http://www.sciencecenterct.org/rbncpage/index.html 5 miles of beautiful trails, longhouse with changing exhibits, live animals, wildlife attraction area just name a few! Offer programs for kids throughout the year.
Westmoor Park 119 Flagg Road, West Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: (860) 232-1134 Westmoor Park is a 162 acres, with a demonstration farm that houses barnyard animals. The park also has nice nature trails, and a greenhouse. A great FREE place to visit.
Dinosaur State Park 400 West Street, Rocky Hill Age Group: all ages Cost: 18+ $5, 6-17 $2, 5 and under FREE. Contact: 860-529-8423 http://www.dinosaurstatepark.org 55,000 square feet of geodesic dome exhibit space, houses about 500 preserved dinosaur tracks--left behind by area dino inhabitants around 200 million yrs ago. Nature trails, display gardens and arboretum. The Track Casting area is open May 1 - Oct 31.
Copernican Observatory & Planetarium 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain Age Group: all ages Cost: $3.50 Planetarium Show Contact: 860/832-3399 http://www.ccsu.edu/astronomy/ On the campus of CCSU, the observatory has one of the largest public telescopes in the US. It schedules many community programs, and planetarium shows for both children and adults. See website for more info.
Wickham Park 1329 West Middle Turnpike, Manchester Age Group: all ages Cost: Per Car: $3 Weekdays, $4 Weekends and Holidays Contact: 860-528-0856 http://www.wickhampark.org/information.html 250 acres with trails, fields, woodland, gardens, bike trails, aviary (with many live birds), Nature Center Building, picnic areas, sports facilities, playgrounds, and much more. A beautiful park.
Family Entertainment & Theme Parks
Lake Compounce 822 Lake Avenue, Bristol Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Regular (52" & taller)-$33.95, Junior (Under 52" tall) -$24.95, Senior 60+ $16.95, After 5pm-$17.95 Contact: 860-583-3300 Lake Compounce offers a variety of rides and attractions for all. Water rides, wave pool, waterslides, roller coasters, ferris wheels, mini-golf, paddle boats, and so much more! Check it out.
Golf Quest Family Sports Center 125 Jude Lane, Southington Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: (860) 621-3663 http://www.golfquestranges.com A year round family fun center. Activities include: mini golf, tee practice, bumper boats, and more. Check out the website for more info.
Holcomb Farm 113 Simsbury Road, West Granby Age Group: all ages Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 860-844-8616 http://www.holcombfarm.com/index.htm Working farm, & Art + Nature Center where art meets nature. Has indoor animal exhibits, and outdoor sheep & goats in the corral. A Wigwam, an authentic replica of a Native American home. Offers art & nature classes, parties, summer camp and more!
Flamig Farm 7 Shingle Mill Road, West Simsbury Age Group: all ages Cost: $3.00- Kids under 2 & adults 80 and older are free, pony and horse or tractor drawn rides are extra. Contact: (860) 658-5070 Farm Animal Zoo, Pony Rides, Horse & Tractor Drawn Rides. Fresh eggs and much more! Check out the website for more info.
Old Newgate Prison 115 Newgate Road, East Granby Age Group: 5+ Cost: adults $5, seniors (60+) & college students with ID $4, children (6-17) $3, children under 6 free Contact: 860.653.3563 http://www.eastgranby.com/HistoricalSociety/newgateprison2.htm In the early 1700's what began as a copper mine, turned into the first state prison in America. Used to house serious criminals, the prison closed in 1827, and then became a mine again.
Harriet Beecher Stowe Center 77 Forest St., Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: Prices vary see website Contact: 860-522-9258 http://www.harrietbeecherstowe.net includes a Visitor Center (1873 carriage house) and museum shop, the Harriet Beecher Stowe House (1871) which is open for tours, and the Katharine Seymour Day House. Take a peek into life of the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin.
Old State House 800 Main Street, Hartford Age Group: 5+ Cost: $6 adults, $3 seniors (65 and over), $3 students (with college ID), $3 youth (6-17), Under 6 FREE Contact: 860-522-6766 Opening in 1796, This national historic landmark, is one of the nation's oldest state houses. Tour the restored historic rooms, the interactive audio tour, visit the education center, new exhibits, and more!
The Mark Twain House 351 Farmington Avenue, Hartford Age Group: 5+ Cost: Adults (17-64) $13, Seniors citizens (65+) $11 , Children (6-16) $8 , Children under 6 Free Contact: (860) 247-0998 http://www.marktwainhouse.org/ Take a glimpse into the author's life by visiting his estate (by guided only), then visit the museum to see rare manuscripts, photos, artifacts, fine and decorative arts.
Mount Southington 396 Mt. Vernon Road, Southington Age Group: 4 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 860.628.0954 http://www.mountsouthington.com Skiing in the winter, hiking in the summer, Mount Southington offers a variety of activities for kids. 14 trails in all, night skiing, snowboarding, lessons and more!
Veterans Memorial Skating Rink 56 Buena Vista Road, West Hartford Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: (860) 521-1573 A large indoor ice skating rink located in West Hartford. Facilities include locker room, cafe, retail shop, FREE wireless internet, and much more.
Huck Finn Adventures 21 Waterville Rd, Avon Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 860-693-0385 http://www.huckfinnadventures.com/ Offers canoe, kayak, and raft rentals for paddling down the scenic Farmington River. 3, 5 or 9-mile trip from 2 to 5 hours in duration. Also offers underground canoe trips through the city of Hartford. A neat experience. Check out the website for more info
Jonathan's Dream Boundless Playground 335 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: 860-243-8315 n/a A 25,000-square-foot playground, designed for children of all abilities, with and without disabilities. A wonderful place for free fun! Nice secluded park feel. Located next to the Greater Hartford Jewish Community Center. Ample free parking is available.
The Great Escape 39 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury Age Group: 1-12 years Cost: Arcade is pay per play, Playscape is $6.95 for kids 2 and up, $3.95- kids 2 and under, Adults FREE Contact: 860-633-5437 A family entertainment center with a 4 level playscape with a 60ft slide, and arcade. A great time for kids 12 and under. Also has a snack bar, and hosts parties. Check out the website for more info.
Bushnell Park and Carousel Heart of Hartford, see website for directions, Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: Carousel rides: $1.00, grounds free. free tours offered. Contact: (860) 232-6710, carousel phone- 860-585-5411 America's first public park, Bushnell Park has something for everyone. Take a ride on an antique carousel, visit the Children's Play and Learning Environment, see various statues, take a tour, take in one of the many events throughout the year, and more! |
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